1
as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit
biological cells conjugating under a microscope
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
conjugate polymers in a chemistry lab
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Recent Examples of conjugate
The technique deposits conjugated polymers, plastics with good conductivity and semiconductor properties that are also flexible, stretchable, and even foldable.
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IEEE Spectrum, 28 Dec. 2010
Some compounds found in colostrum include lactoferrin, lymphocytes, leukocytes, interleukins, growth factors, fatty acids, conjugated linoleic acid, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 13 Feb. 2024
Limited in range but emotionally enlightening, the instruction resonantly conjugates the way language makes and unmakes us.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2024
Her legs were covered in razor nicks incurred while conjugating irregular verbs and gendering the nouns, der, die, das.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, Harper's Magazine, 14 Sep. 2022
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IEEE Spectrum, 28 Dec. 2010
Some compounds found in colostrum include lactoferrin, lymphocytes, leukocytes, interleukins, growth factors, fatty acids, conjugated linoleic acid, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 13 Feb. 2024
Limited in range but emotionally enlightening, the instruction resonantly conjugates the way language makes and unmakes us.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2024
Her legs were covered in razor nicks incurred while conjugating irregular verbs and gendering the nouns, der, die, das.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, Harper's Magazine, 14 Sep. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conjugate
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This enhanced financial performance, combined with robust sales growth and commitments from institutional investors, has transformed investor sentiment.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Whisk egg and 2 teaspoons water in a small bowl until combined; brush top of pastry with egg mixture.—
Anne Byrn,
Southern Living,
29 May 2025
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We are connected by the generosity of the FIFA brand and the people working there.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Uptown Charlotte 7) Artwork: Luminous Lane murals Location: 100 E. 4th St., Charlotte Bursting with colorful murals, Luminous Lane connects 3rd street to 4th street, between College and Tryon Streets in uptown.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2025
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Jenner stepped in front of the camera to model the collection, which releases on Wednesday and fuses her brand’s body-hugging approach to fashion with Findikoglu’s signature corset-heavy, Victorian-nodding artistry.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
27 May 2025
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After honing his skills in top-tier kitchens in London and Paris, the chef brought his signature French style and ebullient personality to Northern California in 2008, opening concepts like Chou Chou, Bisou, and later Beso, fusing French and Spanish culinary traditions.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
20 May 2025
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Your broader focus should be on integrating systems in a seamless way that can evolve over time, as needed.—
Swapna Sathyan,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Unlike Yang’s other concepts (Baku is a high-end Japanese restaurant while Yama offers a more casual setting with hibachi, sushi and bento boxes), Sora focuses on French cuisine, with Asian influences integrated throughout each course.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
5 June 2025
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Year-to-year inflation may look low, but prices continue to compound upwards.—
John S. Tobey,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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But the gender gap in education starts even earlier: Boys enter kindergarten less prepared than girls, and this early deficit can compound and help explain some of the recent struggles of boys and young men.—
Claire Cain Miller,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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Before her exit and during the premiere episode, Escobar decided to couple up with Ace Greene.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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This season, the starting lineup of islanders includes two Black women and three Black men, who could have been coupled up with Escobar, or made to spend time with her, while the world watched from home, screaming warnings at the screen.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
5 June 2025
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The momentum was beginning to turn and seven minutes later Sunderland strung a series of passes together that scythed through the Sheffield United midfield, allowing Mayenda to find the back of the net.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
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The Pacers got hot from 3 and were able to string enough stops together to force overtime behind a Haliburton prayer in regulation.—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The Purple Sage Energy Center will be based in Clark County, Nev., but the site is near the California border and is interconnected with the California Independent System Operator, which manages about 80% of the electric grid in the Golden State.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2025
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The Star’s politics team broke down several separate but interconnected developments over the past two weeks that destabilized the legislature and could resurface when lawmakers arrive back in Jefferson City.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2025
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“Conjugate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conjugate. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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